Curiosities
- The 19 stainless steel statues were sculpted by Frank Gaylord of Barre
- The advance party has 14 Army, three Marine, one Navy and one Air Force members
- Approximately 200 in length, the Wall curves gently to follow the roadway which circles around the Veterans'
- A low-profile retaining wall approximately two feet high, the Wall follows the natural topography which slopes gently towards the roadway
- The Wall leans backwards at an angle of approximately 50 degrees
- The Pool is encircled by a walkway along which benches are located.
- The Pool has a subliminal message which intended is to encourage visitors to view the Memorial proper, view the listing of casualties and then encircle the Pool and reflect on the human cost of war
- The further intent is to cause the visitor to reflect that FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!